Gunfight rages in South Kashmir's Shopian

By HT Online Editor

On 12 Apr 2023 18:53:18

Gunfight rages in South Kashmir's Shopian

SRINAGAR: Encounter broke out between militants and government forces in Chakoora area of South Kashmir's Shopian district on Wednesday.

Reports reaching GNS that a joint team of Police and army launched a cordon and search operation in Chakoora.

As the joint team of forces approached towards the suspected spot, the hiding militants fired upon the forces, triggering off a gunfight.

A senior police officer also confirmed to GNS about exchange of firing between militants and security forces. (GNS)

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